About me

Twenty-two years ago, I began my career, teaching middle schoolers in an urban setting.  The teaching role, with a primary focus on academics and less on emotional health, has guided me towards change.

Furthering my education in Psychology was my next coure of action.  I graduated from Springfield College with a Master's Degree in Art Therapy/Counseling, and in 2015 I earned a license as a Mental Health Counselor in the state of Massachusetts.

Over the past 12 years, supporting individuals with emotional challenges within the community and private practice, has equipped me with experience, knowlege and competency in the mental health field.

It wasn't until recent, that Grief has become the focal point of my practice.  Due to personal life experience that came with the death of my dog, a passion to understand bereavement on a deeper level, and the fact that pet loss is often invalidated, I furthered my credentials.  I trained and became specialized in Pet Loss Grief.  Being a lifelong learner, by January 2026, I will have earned certification as a Grief Educator from one of the most well known and respected experts in the field of Death and Grieving: D. Kessler.

Going forward, my mission is to serve individuals who, like me, are having a hard time adjusting to life without thier beloved furry companion.  Where support is often lacking, I would like to hold a safe space for you to be able to share your story.  It's not always easy to take the initial steps to gain support, but when you are ready, please contact me.